2005 Acura RL vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | RL | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
